white elephant : ​ค้นหาหนังสือธรรมะ

…ess elephant to exclaim, “Oh what a stately gait! what proportions! what beauty! what grace! such a white elephant is worthy of an universal monarch.” All this praise of his elephant awoke the king’s jealousy and h…

In ancient Rājagaha under King Magadha, a stunning white elephant captured hearts during a royal procession, inciting jealousy in the king. Determined to rid himself…

The king with his courtiers also climbed the mountain, and had the elephant halted at the brink of a precipice. "Now," said he to the man, "if he is so well trained as you say, make him stand on three

In a remarkable display of skill, a king tests a trained elephant by commanding it to perform various tricks on a mountain's edge. The mahout expertly guides the elephant to stand on three legs, two f

Then thought the mahout to himself, “All India cannot shew the match of this elephant for excellence of training. Surely the king must want to make him tumble over the precipice and meet his death.” S

In this story, a mahout recognizes the exceptional training of his elephant and fears the king's intentions to harm it. He whispers words of encouragement to the elephant, urging it to reveal its powe

"And now, goodbye," said he to the king as he ended this rebuke; and rising in the air, he passed to Benares and halted in mid-air over the royal courtyard. And there was a great stir in the city and

The story narrates the arrival of a state-elephant in Benares, drawing attention from all, including the king. In gratitude, the king honors the elephant and its mahout. He divides his kingdom, ensuri

Killing – How bad is your Karma? Not all killings are ‘equal’ in the sense of karmic consequence. The killing of humans is the most serious violation and receives the worst retribution. As for the ki

This text discusses how the karmic consequences of killing vary based on several factors, including the type and size of the animal, prior connections, and the intention behind the act. Killing humans

Journey to Joy 190 wary of taking that next step. What happened was the hardest thing imaginable to put it in words. I felt like I had stepped off my imaginary cliff, but instead of falling, I was swe

In this passage, the author describes a profound experience of stepping into a realm of peace and joy, surrounded by white light and familiar spirits. This journey evokes feelings of excitement and tr

The image shows a large gathering of people, all seated with hands pressed together in a prayer or meditation gesture. In the foreground, there is a prominent figure, an elderly man dressed in traditi

The image captures a significant spiritual gathering where an elderly man in traditional white robes presides over a large assembly of individuals. With a microphone in front of him, he guides the aud

Meetings with a Dhama Master Meeting #15 08 March 2010 - Saphaa Upasika Kaew Training is one of the most remarkable experiences in which I have participated at the Wat. Here we are, all 8,000 of us

In March 2010, 8,000 women gathered at the Saphaa for a week-long nun-like training at Wat. The experience includes meditation in large communal spaces, where participants wear distinct uniforms. Thou

Preface The original favorite Jatakas have gone through quite a number of editions before coming up with this final version. Though the four Jatakas in this book may belong to different categories; t

This book presents a final edition of the beloved Jatakas, including varied tales that reflect the teachings of Lord Buddha. Through analysis and linkage, readers will understand the essence of narrat

Here is the extracted text from the image: 1. The Story of Many Monks 2. The Story of a Group of Bad Ascetics 3. The Disciples of Non-Buddhist Teachers 4. On Shr**d the Downward Course.) 5. The Story

This collection features various tales from Buddhist teachings, including the stories of many monks, ascetics, and important figures such as Old Brahma and King Passand of Kosala. Each story offers in

3) When the Lord Buddha was confronted by a furious elephant (similar to a frantic person), His solution was to spread loving kindness. In short, when people receive and are moved by loving kindness,

This text highlights the Buddha's approach to handling conflict, using love and understanding as tools for resolution. In facing a furious elephant, He spread loving kindness to expand hearts and fost

"In order to differentiate between need and want, our ancestors trained themselves by practicing austerity on every Buddhist Holy Day. Many teaching monks say that if a person wants to experience such

The text explores how practicing austerity on Buddhist Holy Days helps individuals distinguish between needs and wants. By practicing under a long-handed umbrella and wearing white clothes, one cultiv

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"In order to differentiate between need and want, our ancestors trained themselves by practicing austerity on every Buddhist Holy Day. Many teaching monks say that if a person wants to experience such

การฝึกอัสเตรีตี้ช่วยให้เราแยกแยะความต้องการและสิ่งที่ต้องการได้ชัดเจน โดยเริ่มจากการใช้ชีวิตในวัดและสวมเสื้อผ้าขาวเพื่อความมีสติและระมัดระวัง การปฏิบัติดังกล่าวนำมาซึ่งความสงบทั้งทางกายและจิตใจ และเมื

Wisdom I have pledged 10 gold Buddha statues to the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya in Thailand. Since meditating the Dhammakaya way through visualising a crystal ball, I have had two exceptional meditations.

In this reflective piece, the author shares their personal meditation journey after pledging 10 gold Buddha statues to the Maha Dhammakaya Cetiya in Thailand. Guided by a friend, Hui, the author explo

"Tomorrow The World Will Change Testimonies from Inner Peace Pioneers " The peace starts with me as an individual. For every individual who comes to meditate and develops that peace It means 'another

The text discusses the importance of meditation in achieving personal peace, highlighting the experiences of practitioners in South Africa. It emphasizes that meditation is accessible to everyone, reg

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ภาพเหล่านี้นำเสนอพลังแห่งความสงบที่ได้จากการทำสมาธิของพระภิกษุในวัด โดยมีฉากหลังที่เต็มไปด้วยความงดงามของธรรมชาติและวัดที่มีการตกแต่งอย่างประณีต พระภิกษุในอาภรณ์สีส้มประจักษ์อยู่ในท่าทางที่แสดงถึงการภ

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This content portrays the rich traditions and ceremonial gatherings within monastic life, showcasing young monks in their distinctive orange robes, participating in processions. Women in white attire

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This content presents a compilation of images symbolizing spirituality and meditation, encompassing depictions of the Buddha, natural settings, and traditional textiles. It features women engaging in